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Blood cancer drug could make radiotherapy on brain tumours more effective
University of Plymouth news: A study at the University's Brain Tumour Research Centre of Excellence found drugs developed to fight blood and other cancers could improve the efficiency of radiotherapy in low-grade brain tumours.
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Probiotic bacteria shown to suppress growth of tumours in colorectal cancer
New research has revealed that probiotic bacteria could control the development and progression of colorectal cancer (CRC).
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Student launches radically different prosthetic breast design for women after cancer surgery
A postgraduate researcher in Digital Art & Technology is launching an innovative product it is hoped will transform life for women who have had breast cancer surgery.
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Could gum disease be linked to oral cancer? New research to investigate
Researchers at the University of Plymouth are exploring possible links between the bacteria that cause gum disease and the progression of oral cancer.
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New genealogical databases to determine family cancer links could be rolled out further
Plymouth University news: The use of large family history databases to determine a person’s likelihood of developing cancer has been well received in a recent study – and further trials should be conducted to see if their use is possible elsewhere.
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Can AI bring a better prediction of responses to chemotherapy in breast cancer?
Genomics and artificial intelligence (AI) are two technologies with the potential to completely transform healthcare. They are part of a drive towards precision medicine, which encourages personalised treatment that actually works for the individual.
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Enhanced care of the patient requiring systemic anti-cancer therapy (SACT) (diploma and degree level) (HEAB252 / HEAD358)
The University of Plymouth's 'Enhanced care of the patient requiring systemic anti-cancer therapy' module gives you a comprehensive understanding of the range and complexity of influencing factors in the delivery of care to patients requiring chemotherapy
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Professor Lars Johanning - Associate Head of School - Research
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Only 20 per cent of men over 50 would opt for surgical treatment if faced with localised prostate cancer
Plymouth University news: A study by psychology academics shows that only 20 per cent of men would opt to have their prostate gland removed if faced with localised prostate cancer.
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Professor Richard Thompson OBE FRS - Director of the Marine Institute
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